It’s the perfect time for a getaway amidst nature. Here are our top picks of exciting treks around Mumbai
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Matheran calling
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Located in the southwest direction of Matheran, the Garbett Plateau trek is one of the most popular hikes during the monsoon for people around Mumbai. Get a chance to experience nature to its fullest and unwind your senses by exploring majestic views of Matheran and Bhivpuri. Spend your afternoons exploring trails, forests, lakes, waterfalls, and streams.
On: July 3; 5.10 am
Meeting point: SGNP, main gate, Borivali.
Log on to: treksandtrails.org
Cost: Rs 699 and Rs 1,299 (with transport)
Dark and exciting
Andharban Forest
Do you imagine yourself finding routes, passing through valleys, and crossing ghats in the middle of a dark jungle? The Andharban Dark Forest Trek might be your kind of adventure. As you descend from the mountain, explore the forest and discover a few picturesque panoramas. Witness the mesmerising vista of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira Dam, and the many ranges of Tamhini Ghat as you trek along the ridges.
On: July 2; 10 pm
Meeting point: SGNP, Borivali.
Log on to: insider.in
Cost: Rs 2,500